Ephedra

Ephedra sinica

Family: Ephedraceae Evidence: A teacapsuleextract

Source of ephedrine — BANNED in US dietary supplements since 2004. TCM herb for asthma and nasal congestion. Ma Huang is the Chinese species with ephedrine. Mormon Tea (E. viridis) has NO ephedrine and is safe.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Heart disease. Hypertension. Diabetes. Thyroid disease. Glaucoma. Anxiety. BANNED in supplements.

Interactions

MAOIs, stimulants, caffeine, heart meds, decongestants. MANY interactions.

Side Effects

Increased heart rate/BP, insomnia, anxiety, stroke, heart attack, DEATH.

Surgery: SEVERE cardiovascular risk.
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal product.